Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical with Telemetry, located in the healthcare organizations facility, requires a registered nurse to provide high-quality patient care. This role involves supporting the unit during surge periods, with responsibilities including telemetry monitoring, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Job Details
- Position Description: These positions will support the unit during surge. The traveler will be responsible for self-studying telemetry strips upon acceptance, with a basic dysrhythmia test out given during orientation, which must be passed to work on the telemetry/med surg unit. The role involves delivering care utilizing the nursing process in coordination with other health team members, focusing on geriatric, medical/surgical, adult, and telemetry patient populations.
- Certifications and Education Requirements: RN license/certification required. BLS and ACLS certifications required. Minimum one year of nursing experience in a relevant setting.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Estimated work week is 36 hours with the possibility of overtime. Every other holiday rotation is required.
- Additional Information: Candidate may be required to float to additional campuses as needed. While the traveler will not be part of a regular call rotation, they may occasionally be placed on call during periods of low census, with response expected within one hour. EMR experience with EPIC in a similar unit within the last 12 months is required. The traveler will be responsible for self-studying telemetry strips prior to starting. A basic dysrhythmia test out must be passed during orientation.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1329397. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus